Handler – Sergeant Williams Henry County thanks K9 ‘Rico’ for service after passing The Henry County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the death of K9 “Rico” after serving on the force for multiple years.Rico served as an HCSO police K9 where he participated in multiple drug enforcement efforts involving the seizure of narcotics and the apprehension of suspects. The sheriff’s office did …

Handler – Lt. Chris Walker Baker County Sheriff’s Office shares sad news of retired K-9′s passing Baker County Sheriff Scotty Rhoden took to social media on Mon., Jan. 29 to announce the passing of one of their own.In a Facebook post by the sheriff’s office, Blitz was said to have admirably served by the side of his handler, Lt. Chris …

Died 1/28/24 Handler – Officer Vargas Rockford Police K9 shot and killed, man injured during domestic call A domestic call ended in tragedy after one of Rockford Illinois Police Department’s K9 officers was killed in the line of duty. K9 Officer Nyx was fatally shot while protecting her handler on Sunday afternoon, according to officials. The incident initially happened on …

Died – 1/28/24 Handler – Officer C. Strevig Baltimore County Police Department Announces Passing of Beloved K9 Chief The Baltimore County Police Department shared the sad news of the unexpected passing of K9 Chief, a dedicated member of the force for eight years. K9 Chief was known for his loyalty and commitment to serving and protecting the residents of Baltimore …

Died 1/28/24 Handler – Officer Al Hadac Chicago police are mourning the loss of two K9 officers who died in less than a month.According to Chicago police, K9 officer Lun died suddenly while on duty on Monday and K9 officer Max died on Sunday, Jan. 28, following an illness.Officers paid tribute to the two fallen K9s in a social media …

Handler – Sergeant Myers Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Announce the Passing of K9 Holder, First Bloodhound Tracking Canine in Department History In a post on social media, the Rockland County Sheriff’s Office announce the passing of K9 Holder, the first bloodhound tracking canine to serve in the Sheriff’s Department. Below is the statement released by the Sheriff’s Office.“It is with …

Died – 1/27/24 Retired Massachusetts State Police K-9 ‘Logan” passes away “The State Police Association of Massachusetts was saddened to learn of the passing of retired MSP K-9 Logan.Following 6 years of service to the Commonwealth, K-9 Logan medically retired and was able to stay with his partner and family who graciously adopted him, allowing him to enjoy his final …

Died – 1/26/24 Handler – Deputy Cory Phillips Blount County K-9 officer dies The Blount County Sheriff’s Office announced on Saturday that a K-9 officer passed away.Officials said K-9 Kodi passed away on Friday after a short illness.K-9 Kodi was born in 2015 and joined BCSO Deputy Cory Phillips while he was working for the Alcoa Police Department, BCSO said.He …

Handler – Sgt. Judson Haithcock Charleston Police retired K9 passes away The Charleston Police Department (CPD) announced the passing of one of their retired K9s on Friday.Tinto was a 14-year-old Belgian Malinois partnered with Sgt. Judson Haithcock.The K9 worked with the Explosive Devices Team from 2011 to 2018, and he served at special events, conducting protective sweeps and aiding in …

Handler – Cst. Fink Late Regina police service dog receives special final send off from colleagues Members of the Regina Police Service (RPS) lined streets in the city Thursday for a final farewell to one of their own, service dog Mack. According to Regina police, Mack died following a sudden and aggressive immune system disease.“Everyone did everything they could for …